Senior Living Activities Coordinator

US Lawns; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sponsored medical and dental (

401(K) retirement plan

Sick and vacation leave

Job summary

Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in Hilo, Hawaii, seeks an Activities Assistant to create meaningful opportunities for residents to connect, participate, and enjoy daily life. You will work with the Activities Director and the interdisciplinary team to promote physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supporting participation, coordinating with nursing and social services, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults or in senior living, recreation, or related settings is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to organize activities, follow schedules, maintain accurate records, and work with an interdisciplinary team.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must meet health, safety, background, drug screening, and other employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing daily activities, events, and outings that encourage participation and social connection.
• Support residents in activities, including transportation to activities and outings as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, and other departments to align activities with resident care plans.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families, encouraging involvement in activity planning and responding to requests or concerns.
• Assist the Activities Director with documenting activity records, calendars, supplies, equipment, and reports; maintain required documentation.
• In the absence of the Activities Director, supervise the activity department to ensure programs continue meeting resident needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in Hilo, Hawaii, seeks an Activities Assistant to create meaningful opportunities for residents to connect, participate, and enjoy daily life. You will work with the Activities Director and the interdisciplinary team to promote physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supporting participation, coordinating with nursing and social services, and maintaining records.